NBA season opens with a wave of injuries: Edwards, Haliburton, Jalen Williams among stars out
A historically crowded early-season injury report has sidelined dozens of players and prompted leaguewide debate about workload and player availability.
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Ernie Johnson says 2026-27 will be his final season hosting 'Inside the NBA' after 37 years
The long-running studio host's departure marks the end of an era for the NBA's most-watched pregame show and raises questions about the program's future cast.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Thunder's Jalen Williams has ankle surgery, out with fractured fibula, to be reevaluated
The injury to a key Oklahoma City starter compounds the Thunder's health issues and forces the front office to weigh roster and cap options.
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Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards to undergo knee procedure, will miss several weeks
Minnesota loses its franchise scorer for an extended stretch just weeks into the season, testing the team's depth in the West.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton out at least two weeks with left hamstring strain
The setback for Indiana's All-Star guard deals another blow to a Pacers team that recently welcomed him back from a long injury absence.
ESPN · +14 outlets
AJ Dybantsa scores 19 in NBA debut as Wizards fall to Cavaliers
The No. 1 pick's debut drew heavy attention as Washington's rebuild centers on the rookie's development.
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Nikola Jokic records 200th career triple-double, 10 behind Westbrook's record
Jokic's milestone in a Nuggets win moves him within reach of the all-time triple-double mark.
ESPN · +5 outlets
Lakers sale: inside the 72-hour deal and the Buss family disputes it reignited
The ESPN account details how Mark Walter's purchase came together and the lingering uncertainty around the franchise's ownership structure.
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Barkley tears up in emotional tribute to Ernie Johnson as 'Inside the NBA' farewell nears
Charles Barkley's on-air reaction underscored how closely the show's identity is tied to Johnson, who is entering his final season as host.
Yahoo Sports · +4 outlets
Giannis Antetokounmpo gets first Heat win as Bam Adebayo sets franchise rebounding record
Miami's first victory of the season featured a milestone for Adebayo as the Heat adjust to their new-look roster.
ESPN · +10 outlets
Curry scores 44 as Warriors beat Timberwolves for second straight win
Golden State steadied after an 0-3 start behind a vintage scoring night from Curry.
ESPN · +8 outlets
Cooper Flagg and Mavericks hand short-handed Thunder their first loss of the season
Dallas took advantage of Oklahoma City's depleted lineup as Kyrie Irving and Flagg continue building their partnership.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Marc Lasry says his group remains in the hunt for a Las Vegas NBA expansion team
The comments add to signals that Las Vegas is positioning for a future expansion franchise as the league weighs growth markets.
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Kerr, Finch and coaches air concerns as NBA injury wave sparks leaguewide debate
Players, coaches and analysts are pressing the league over workload and injury causes amid an unusually crowded early-season injury list.
Yahoo Sports · +4 outlets
NBA wants the WNBA to grow, but Finals scheduling conflicts draw criticism
An early start time forced by a Cavaliers game and overlapping NBA programming raised questions about how the league prioritizes the WNBA Finals.
The New York Times · +14 outlets
Luka Doncic sits out Lakers' game vs Clippers with back tightness
The absence renews load-management debate as Los Angeles navigates an early-season schedule without its star.
NBA.com · +9 outlets
NBA sets Opening Day tripleheader; LeBron James returns to LA on Christmas
The league's marquee slate places James and the Lakers in a Christmas showcase, a key driver of national TV inventory.
Sports Media Watch · +1 outlets
Knicks-Spurs Finals Game 3 draws nearly 24 million viewers, a new series high
The rematch of the 1999 Finals is delivering strong national audiences for the NBA's championship round.
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